The Claremont House - A Historic Delta Treasure- 5010 Old Highway 49, Clarksdale, MS
Set behind rows of majestic oak trees and located behind a long, private drive off Old 49, The Claremont House is a hidden gem of the Mississippi Delta. This stately country home, built in 1917, sits on 5.8 peaceful acres offering a rare blend of timeless charm and rich local history with Delta farmland as the backdrop!
Located just 4 miles south of Clarksdale in the historic community of Claremont (formerly known as Rose), this home once stood along the route of the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad and served a community with its own post office from 1905 to 1932. Today, it remains a graceful symbol of Delta heritage and rural beauty.
The Claremont House features:
-5 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
-Approximately 3,596 square feet of living space
-Built in the American Foursquare architectural style with Craftsman influences popular from the late 1800s through the 1930s
-Original hardwood flooring throughout
-9-10 ft ceilings
-Charming crown molding
-Multiple original light fixtures
-Formal living room with enduring character
-Library/den with a coal-burning fireplace
-Formal dining room with vintage appeal
-Butler's Pantry located between kitchen and dining room
-Beautiful winding staircase that is central to the home
-Sun porch upstairs that also served as a ''sleeping porch'' for the previous owners
-Screened porch downstairs overlooking the grounds and perfect for relaxed Southern mornings and evenings
-Spacious unfinished basement
-Carport for convenient covered parking
Outdoor Features and Extras:
-Columned front porch with a view of of some of the 5+ acres that surround the property
-Towering magnolia trees and open farmland create a picturesque Delta setting
-Located on Hopson Bayou, offering serene views and a natural backdrop
-Unrenovated bonus space with electricity and a fireplace—great potential as a ''shack-style'' Airbnb, studio, or guest retreat with lots of character
-Detached gazebo-style ''summer house'' overlooking the bayou, complete with a storm cellar
-Long gravel driveway enhances the sense of seclusion and classic estate appeal
-Private and peaceful, yet only minutes from the live music and cultural scene at Hopson (only 2.5 miles away)
A Rare Opportunity:
The Claremont House offers more than just a home-it's a piece of Mississippi Delta history. Whether you are seeking a serene rural retreat, a restoration project with income potential, or a grand historic permanent residence, this unique property is a timeless treasure ready to be reimagined and enjoyed!
Pending
$250,000
5010 Old Highway 49 S, Clarksdale, MS 38614
5beds
3,596sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
5.8 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$70/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Open farmlandElectricity and a fireplaceBeautiful winding staircaseDelta farmlandPrivate driveMajestic oak treesSleeping porch
- 91 days
- on Zillow |
- 855 |
- 86 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 29, 2025 at 09:49pm
Listed by:
Jones Luster 662-902-7592,
Mossy Oak Properties Bottomlan 662-624-8282
Source: MLS United,MLS#: 4114116
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Refrigerator, Microwave, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Storage, Double Vanity
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: Dead Bolt Lock(s), Double Entry, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s), Window Treatments, Wood Frames
- Basement: Storage Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Library, Master Bedroom, See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,596
- Total interior livable area: 3,596 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Driveway, Private, Concrete, Gravel
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Private Entrance, Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Bayou
Lot
- Size: 5.8 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Many Trees, Open Lot, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Shed(s), Storm Shelter
- Parcel number: 0541700000000000801
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl, Clapboard
- Foundation: Conventional
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Entertainment
- Subdivision: Metes And Bounds
Location
- Region: Clarksdale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $70/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $145,949
- Annual tax amount: $2,448
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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